1066 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

1066 Clay Avenue is a 3-unit, 3-story residential building constructed in 1902 and currently owned by Randall Booker. The property has experienced significant issues since 2021, most notably a severe fire on April 28, 2021, that caused extensive damage to the roof, including charred wood joists and a partially collapsed parapet. Following the fire, there have been multiple active Department of Buildings (DOB) violations related to structural damage and emergency repairs, including the requirement for approximately 80 linear feet of sidewalk shed installation for public safety.

The building's maintenance record shows persistent concerns, with four consecutive years (2021-2024) receiving violations for failing to submit required annual bedbug reports, and ongoing rodent activity as demonstrated by multiple bait applications throughout 2024-2025. Recent complaints about unsanitary conditions regarding garbage storage were investigated by HPD in April 2025, though no housing law violations were found. The building has a history of varied maintenance issues, including multiple emergency housing maintenance code complaints in 2020 related to door problems and safety features such as carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.

There were also structural concerns noted in 2021 regarding building shaking and stability. While there have been some resolved violations, including repairs to Apartment 3's ceiling and walls in 2020, the property continues to face challenges with compliance, as evidenced by multiple active Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations from 2021 totaling over $125,000 in penalties. The most recent inspection records from 2024-2025 indicate ongoing rodent control efforts, with multiple instances of bait application and one documented rat activity case in February 2025, suggesting persistent pest management challenges at the property.